Hort 1 / Unit 7

What strategic advantage do raised beds offer for elderly or handicapped individuals?

• Raised beds can be built to be more accessible

• Raised beds require less sunlight

• Raised beds are always portable

• Raised beds do not need soil

How does the use of native soil in flat bed planting influence the gardener’s planning and reasoning?

• The gardener must consider the quality and composition of the existing soil

• The gardener can ignore soil quality

• The gardener only needs to water the plants

• The gardener does not need to fertilize

Explain how the "Greenhouse Effect" contributes to the growth of plants in a greenhouse, and analyze why this process is essential for greenhouse operations.

• It collects and stores heat from the sun, providing radiant heat for plant growth.

• It blocks all sunlight, keeping the greenhouse cool.

• It increases wind flow, which helps plants grow faster.

• It removes all moisture from the air, preventing plant diseases.

Evaluate the advantages of using a greenhouse to grow plants, focusing on the protective environment it provides. Why is this important for growers?

• It allows plants to be ready for outdoor planting as soon as temperatures are suitable.

• It exposes plants to harsh weather, making them stronger.

• It reduces the need for any watering or care.

• It eliminates the need for soil.

Compare detached greenhouse options with large range connected greenhouses. What strategic factors should a grower consider when choosing between these two types?

• Space requirements and operational scale.

• The color of the greenhouse.

• The type of plants only.

• The number of doors.

How does the size variation in hanging baskets (e.g., 8”, 10”, 12”, 16”) impact the planning and arrangement of plants in a greenhouse?

• It affects the number of plants that can be grown and the space required for each basket.

• It only changes the color of the plants.

• It determines the type of soil used.

• It has no impact on planning.

How does the season and hardiness zone influence the decision to start vegetables from seed outdoors versus in a greenhouse?

• Some vegetables require specific temperatures and conditions that are only met in certain seasons or zones.

• All vegetables can be started outdoors regardless of season.

• The decision is based only on the color of the vegetable.

• The decision is based on the type of fertilizer used.

Strategically plan how you would use both plastic and wire hanging baskets in a greenhouse to maximize space and plant health.

• By considering the need for liners, the type of plants, and the available vertical space.

• By using only one type of basket.

• By placing all baskets on the floor.

• By ignoring the size of the baskets.

Evaluate the impact of using glazed versus unglazed clay pots in greenhouse operations. What are the strategic considerations?

• Glazed pots retain more moisture, while unglazed pots are more porous and allow for better air exchange.

• Glazed pots are always heavier.

• Unglazed pots are only for outdoor use.

• There is no difference between glazed and unglazed pots.

Analyze the role of soilless media in disease prevention and nutrient management in greenhouse plant production.

• Soilless media reduces soil-borne diseases and allows precise control of nutrients.

• Soilless media increases disease risk.

• Soilless media is only used for decoration.

• Soilless media eliminates the need for water.